Logistics Materials Handler

Leatherman Tool Group, the leading manufacturer of multi-tools, is seeking talented individuals to join our growing team.

With a rich heritage of craftsmanship and a commitment to delivering exceptional products, you'll be part of a culture that values innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement.

We prioritize quality, environmental responsibility and operational excellence in our manufacturing processes. Join us at Leatherman Tool Group and contribute to our mission of creating innovative tools that empower people to take on the expected and unexpected, resulting in real tales of triumph.

Position Summary

Handle, allocate and transfer material, equipment, kits, supplies and shortages that are required and conducive to maintaining an efficient material flow through storage, receiving and operations areas.

Accurately maintain documentation and inventory data within AX Dynamics (MRP system) and other information systems. Perform inbound freight receiving functions.

Conduct cycle counts and first pass root cause analysis. Maintain continual flexibility to reprioritize work based on the needs of operations.

Operates a variety of materials handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand truck etc.

Essential Functions

• Receive and process shipments from raw-material and in-process vendors and off-site warehouse. Process paperwork for shipping and receiving of raw materials, components, and MRO items.
• Maintains inventory accuracy by performing continuous cycle count program.
• Physically transfer materials weighing up to 50 lbs. between operation areas.
• Perform transactions in Dynamics 365 through scan gun and other systems to maintain accurate and timely inventory data according to work instructions and / or training.
• Locate materials and expedite part shortages within the building that may be required for completion of assemblies or to feed constrained work centers to maximize capacity utilization.
• Schedule and arrange pick up of components from outside vendors.
• Maintain consumable items for department consumption. Update daily usage information to suppliers through system.
• Assist, verify and maintain inventory documentation / information utilizing physical inventory, Dynamics 365, travelers / routers.

When discrepancies occur, partner with stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve issues.

• Prepare shipments of parts (including RTV parts) to send to vendors. Preparation includes stacking tubs, scanning, stretch-wrap and weighing shipments.
• Dispose of scrap materials to scrap bins and process scrap transactions.
• Utilize small hand tools and operate materials handling equipment including forklifts, skids, pallet handlers, hand trucks, and other similar equipment.

Additional Functions

Perform both time and incident-based cycle counts. Reconcile inventory discrepancies; perform first pass root cause analysis and possible corrective action.

Partner with materials handler III or materials coordinator to verify root causes and track them in the cycle count log, and to implement corrective action.

Function as a back-up for certain materials handler or basic scheduling functions as skills develop through on the job training and as business needs dictate.

Education and / or Experience

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Two to four years experience with materials handling or warehouse experience.
• Ability to effectively utilize basic shop math skills required.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and production systems.
• Ability to read, comprehend, speak, and write English at a level to effectively utilize and interpret safety documents and work instructions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, & Internet Explorer) and MRP inventory module experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to lift / move heavy objects. Physical stamina required.
• Forklift and riding pallet jack licenses required (training and certification provided).
• Flex workdays or works hours to meet business needs.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to stand; walk; balance; crouch, stoop, twist, kneel, use hands to finger, handle, grasp, or feel objects, tools, or controls;
• reach with hands and arms, some overhead; push / pull an average of 50 lbs. (maximum 125 lbs.). The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs;

climb; twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Employee will occasionally operate forklift and various lifts / hoists.

Working Conditions / Physical Hazards

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office environment, and occasionally exposed to production environment.

Work area is well lit and air conditioned. All employees are expected to adhere to Company safety policies and wear personal protective equipment when exposed to work areas or performing tasks where it is required.

We care about the Health and Wellbeing of our Employees

Leatherman believes having healthy employees contributes to a healthy and productive workplace and community. While we're all responsible for our own overall health and well-being, Leatherman works toward helping employees make healthy lifestyle choices and changes that improve their health and overall quality of life through its many Health and Wellbeing Resources.

• Medical / dental / vision
• Free / low cost on-site primary care health center
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Behavioral health programs
• Pet insurance
• Onsite health coaching
• Lifestyle and fitness programs
• Tuition assistance
• Employee volunteer program
• Generous employee discounts
• Onsite fitness center
• Paid time off

Core Values

We have integrity in everything we do. We pursue excellence. We empower each other to reach our full potential.

Mission

Inspire, equip, and prepare everyone with innovative tools to take on the expected and unexpected.

Vision

Be the most useful brand in the world.

Leatherman Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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